Canton Turkey Trot
19th Annual Canton Turkey Trot
Canton’s annual Turkey Trot 5K and 1-Mile IN PERSON & Virtual this year! Runners/Walkers can support Canton’s Family Thanksgiving tradition on Thanksgiving morning, 2021 at Canton's Summit on the Park & Heritage Park as the picturesque course winds through Pheasant Run Golf Club. The Canton Turkey Trot for a Cause supports the education, research & family resources for Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan. So many breakthroughs for families living with Epilepsy.
- Check out this race event kickoff video featuring Canton Supervisor Ann Marie Graham-Hudak.
- Hear from Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan President Brianna Romines as she gives an important overview about this year's event.
- Michael & Bridget Murray provide an important Turkey Trot message about Ending Seizures in this special video.
- The participant fee is $30 for the 5K and $20 for the 1-Mile. Register online for Canton Turkey Trot Submit race day pics to csc@canton-mi.org!
- Race registration and donation link will stay open until 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day (November 25, 2021).
- This year’s event will include: race shirts, custom bibs, raffle prizes, ceremonies,
- For more information, call the Canton Sports Center at 734/483-5600.
- Charity & Sponsorship
- Registration
- Nov 21-25 Event Schedule
- Bib & Shirt Pick-Up
- Turkey Trot Course Map
- Virtual Course Suggestions
2021 EVENT CHARITY
All proceeds benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan. The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan is dedicated to empowering individuals with seizure management tools. We invite you to take a look at how our programs and services demonstrate that commitment. Your participation in last year's event helped to raise over $14,000 for the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan.
Interested in becoming a Sponsor? Area businesses and corporations are encouraged to click the following link to learn about different levels of support, as well as in-kind and financial sponsorship opportunities.
- 2021 Sponsorship Opportunities available. Learn more by calling 734/483-5600. Opens a New Window.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Online Canton Turkey Trot registration is now open for chipped-timed 5K and 1-Mile events through November 25, 2021, at 9 a.m.
Register by November 9 to be guaranteed a race shirt. A limited number of extra shirts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis , for those who register after November 9.
- Register Online Today!
- By Phone at 734/483-5600
- Donations also accepted
Virtual Turkey Trot Registration
Online registration is also now open through November 25, 2021, at 9 a.m. for runners/walkers who are interested in participating in this year's event virtually by choosing when and where to run or walk. Register by November 9 to be guaranteed a race shirt.
For additional information, call 734/483-5600.
event schedule
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- November 20-23, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- November 24, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- November 25:Turkey Trot for a Cause
- 1-Mile @ 9 a.m.
- 5K @ 9:30 a.m.
Bib & shirt pick-up
Pick-up location has moved for the 2021 Turkey Trot! Canton Sports Center located at 46555 W. Michigan Ave., Canton MI 48188. PLEASE pick-up before Thanksgiving Morning as very limited access to the Summit will be available.
In-Person and Curbside Pick-Up is available at the Canton Sports Center on Saturday, November 20 through Wednesday, November 24.
If you need to do outdoor pick-up/curbside, please call 734/483-5600 (press 0) to reach staff prior to pick-up and tell them your arrival time. Staff will bring your shirts/bibs out to your car. A limited amount of extra race shirts are available on a first-come, first-serve basis if you registered after November 9.
- November 20-23, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- November 24, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
During Pick-Up Week
DINE to DONATE at Kickers Sports Bar & Grill (% of proceeds will be given to the Epilepsy Foundation)
Dining Hours at Kicker's (located in Canton Sports Center)
Saturday (4-10 p.m.), Monday-Wednesday (5-11 p.m.)
This year’s race is set to start at the Summit on the Park, located at 46000 Summit Parkway in Canton, MI, and will cover a picturesque, flat course that winds through Pheasant Run Golf course, beautiful Heritage Park, ending back at the Summit. Click to view the Canton Turkey Trot course map (PDF).
Canton Township Maps of Routes
https://www.canton-mi.org/152/Walking-and-Biking-Routes
| Course | Information | Link |
|---|---|---|
| ITC Corridor Trail (Canton) | Length: 2.97 miles Trail end points: Sheldon Rd. (Griffin Park) and Lower Rouge River Recreation Trail Trail surfaces: Crushed Stone | ITC Corridor Trail (Canton) |
| Lower Rouge River Recreation Trail | Length: 4 miles Trail end points: Canton Center Rd. south of Palmer Rd. and I-275 Metro Trail north of Michigan Ave./US 12 Trail surfaces: Crushed Stone | Lower Rouge River Recreation Trail |
| I-275 Metro Trail | Length: 33.2 miles Trail end points: Meadowbrook Rd. (Novi) and Will Carleton Rd. (New Boston) Trail surfaces: Asphalt | I-275 Metro Trail |
| Hines Park Trail/Rouge River Gateway Greenway | Length: 19.5 miles Trail end points: Michigan Ave. north of Elm St. and Dearborn Station (Dearborn) and W. Seven Mile Road and River St. (Northville) Trail surfaces: Asphalt | Hines Park Trail/Rouge River Gateway Greenway |
| Wayne County Metroparks Trail | Length: 16.3 miles Trail end points: Hannan Rd. north of Wabash St. and Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center on Nature Trail Trail surfaces: Asphalt | Wayne County Metroparks Trail |
Questions About the Event
Please contact the Canton Sports Center for more information at 734/483-5600.
Thank You, Sponsors!
19th Annual Turkey Trot event organizers would like to thank this year's sponsors for their generous support!